Lydia H. Knapp

Lydia currently serves as the Assistant Director of Events and Outreach, specializing in undergraduate student events at Columbia Event Management. Prior to joining this role, she worked on The Forum's event team within The Office of the President. During her time at The Forum, Lydia managed events for various university departments and community partners while expanding The Forum’s event program.

Lydia holds a degree in Hotel and Lodging Management with a concentration in meeting and event planning from Johnson & Wales University. Her passion for sustainability is evident in her approach to incorporating eco-friendly practices into every aspect of event planning. In her spare time, Lydia enjoys hosting dinner parties and offering event planning assistance to friends and family.